Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology - Education Debt Reduction Program Authorized

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Federal benefits

Paid time off 50 days/year

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Perioperative - Interventional Radiology (IR) Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive care across pre-, intra-, and post-procedural phases for Veterans undergoing radiologic and cardiac procedures.

The RN administers moderate sedation, manages high-acuity patients, and coordinates with physicians, technologists, and the interdisciplinary team. A valid State license and VA-compliant education are required.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with proper licensure for practice in the United States.
• Educational background aligned with VA qualification standards.
• Ability to obtain/maintain stateRN license and related credentials.
• Option for GNT exception during licensure pathway as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care for IR procedures.
• Administer and monitor moderate sedation as ordered.
• coordinate with physicians, technologists, and the care team.
• document care in the electronic health record accurately and timely.
• maintain ASPAN standards and VA directives in practice.
• participate in discharge teaching and family communication.
• perform and assist with venipuncture and peripheral nerve blocks

Skills

English language proficiency

State nursing license

ACEN/CCNE accreditation knowledge

Graduate nurse education options

Moderate sedation administration

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master's degree in nursing (MSN)

Job description

Summary

This Perioperative - Interventional Radiology (IR) Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive pre- - intra- - and post-procedural care for Veterans undergoing diagnostic and invasive radiologic & cardiac procedures. The IR RN is responsible for moderate sedation administration & monitoring - high-acuity patient management - and coordination of care with physicians - technologists - & interdisciplinary team members.

Summary

This Perioperative - Interventional Radiology (IR) Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive pre- - intra- - and post-procedural care for Veterans undergoing diagnostic and invasive radiologic & cardiac procedures. The IR RN is responsible for moderate sedation administration & monitoring - high-acuity patient management - and coordination of care with physicians - technologists - & interdisciplinary team members.

Qualifications

• English Language Proficiency
• In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program
• Upon achievement of a State license - the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program
• (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6)
• OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing - possession of a current - full - active - and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program
• Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)
• Current - full - active - and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) of the United States - or the District of Columbia
• Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements - but do not possess the required licensure - may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification
• Grade Determinations: The following Scope - Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates - and if appropriate - the level within a grade
• The Dimension requirements (Practice - Veteran/Patient Driven Care - Leadership - Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13087476
• Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies
• An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required
• Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required
• Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning
• Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
• A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no professional nursing experience
• Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting
• MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Master's degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting - 15-44 pounds
• Light lifting - under 15 pounds
• Moderate carrying - 15-44 pounds
• Light carrying - under 15 pounds
• Pulling hand over hand (8-9)
• Pushing (8-9 hours)
• Reaching above shoulder
• Use of fingers
• Both hands required
• Walking (8-9 hours)
• Standing (8-9 hours)
• Repeated bending (8-12 hours)
• Climbing - legs only (8-12 hours)
• Both legs required
• Near vision correctable at 13\"\" to 16\"\" to Jaeger 1 to 4
• Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other
• Ability to distinguish basic colors
• Hearing (aid may be permitted).

Duties

• The Perioperative - Interventional Radiology (IR) Registered Nurse (RN) - provides pre-operative/procedural care - including (but not limited to) the nursing assessment of patients - consent - and H&P validations - the starting of intravenous fluids including venipuncture - assisting with peripheral nerve blocks - assuring all lab work and other pre-operative/procedural testing is completed and communicated to team members - confirms surgical sites are prepared and marked - and the administration of medications as ordered
• Provides clear and concise preoperative teaching and reviews discharge instructions to patients and families with written and verbal communication
• The Perioperative - Interventional Radiology (IR) RN monitors post-operative patient's level of consciousness after the recovery of anesthesia/sedation
• Closely observes signs of side effect of post residual anesthesia medications
• The Perioperative - Interventional Radiology (IR) RN maintains knowledge of current American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) standards - VHA Directive and service level standard operating procedures
• The RN is responsible for ensuring comprehensive documentation of all phases of care and is timely - complete - and accurate in the electronic health record
• Preferred Experience: 2 years experience of IR or Critical Care or ED Current BLS and ACLS certifications 2 years of peripheral IV insertion 2 years experience in EKG assessment 2 years experience in moderate sedation VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 7:30am to 4:00pm with occasional weekends and holiday rotation
• Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is NOT a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact [e-mail] - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program
• You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment
• Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application
• Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized